Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix Recipes

What to make with Jiffy corn muffin mix recipes of all kinds are here. From bread to casseroles, layered Jiffy cornbread salad and breading for chicken. There are many surprising ways you can use this dry boxed cornbread mix to make dinner, side dishes and desserts.

Recipes with Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

The ingredients in this white and blue box typically contains cornmeal, wheat flour, sugar, animal shortening (lard), baking soda, and salt. Some variations may also include dried whey or buttermilk solids. To make a batch of let’s say air fryer cornbread, you usually need to add an egg and milk (or a milk substitute to make it dairy free).

Simply mix just until combined, and then bake according to the package instructions. It’s a quick and straightforward way to enjoy cornbread. While it is primarily used for making cornbread muffins, it can also be used in various recipes, such as Jiffy corn casserole, stuffing, or as a topping for meats or salads.

This variety, and Krusteauz version, tends to have a slightly sweet flavor, making it a great complement to savory dishes or as a base for sweet ones. Boxes are widely available in most grocery stores in the United States and is known for its affordability.

This brand also offers other baking mixes, such as Jiffy Baking Mix and JBlueberry Muffin Mix, which can be used to make a variety of baked goods. We are speaking of the white and blue one for corn muffins here. Perfect for a muffin tin or on top of something like Chili Cornbread Casserole.

Overall, this is a convenient option for making baked goods and other dishes that feature the classic flavors of cornmeal. It’s a versatile pantry staple that can be customized to suit your taste preferences and used in a wide range of recipes like Fried Cornbread and beyond.

Of course the company doesn’t divulge and list exactly what is in the box but over the years many have worked with what is listed to come up with a general copycat version we can now use. The exact measurements on how to make Jiffy cornbread mix is here if you want to make your own.

Ingredients in Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

1. Cornmeal is the primary ingredient in cornbread and gives it its distinctive corn flavor and texture.
2. Wheat Flour is often used in cornbread mixes to help with texture and binding.
3. Sugar adds a touch of sweetness to the cornbread, giving it a slightly sweet flavor.
4. Lard traditionally is used as the fat source. Animal fat contributes to the texture and flavor of the cornbread. However, some variations may use vegetable shortening instead of lard.
5. Baking Soda is a leavening agent that helps the cornbread rise and become fluffy.
6. Salt enhances the overall flavor of the cornbread by balancing the sweetness.

I personally don’t bother making it because I can find it for about a buck at the store and when I do I just load up. It’s not just good as a side baked in an 8×8″ pan or muffin tin. The batter can be poured over a ground beef mixture to make into a heartier dish, like our Jiffy tamale pie.

Jiffy Casserole Recipes

Ok so let’s talk about a number of possibilities. You can see one idea above. If you have a cast iron skillet what you can do is make your favorite recipes with ground beef with some onions, veggies and diced tomatoes. Brown, pour the batter over the top and bake in the oven for pure comfort food scooped out to serve.

You can use just about any type of protein to make a Cornbread Casserole for dinner. We have used shredded chicken, beef or even chili.

How do you jazz up boxed cornbread mix?

1. Let’s start with one of my girls’ favorites, Jiffy Cornbread Sloppy Joe Casserole.
2. Or use ground beef to make our Taco Cornbread Casserole.
3. During the holidays there are a few musts to make. All of my relatives leave making this Jiffy Cream Corn Casserole to me because it is just that good.
4. Hot Water Cornbread is one to remember.
5. Now many nights I will have leftovers adding a layer of this on the top to make it a whole “new” meal is the way to go. Our Jiffy Chili Cornbread Casserole is a great example of this.
6. If you love your slow cooker and make all the things in it all year round I would say this Crockpot Corn Casserole Recipe is a winner.
7. If I am cooking fish I tweak the ingredients to make the batter to a bit thicker. Then heat some oil to fry up some Hush Puppies with Jiffy Mix to serve on the side.

If you ask my kids their favorite thing to make are Jiffy Corn Dog Bites you see here. Since mine are teens they can make some themselves after school or for lunch on the weekends.

How to Make Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

Making corn muffins using Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix is a straightforward and quick process. Now you can add diced chiles or jalapenos into the batter like we did with Jiffy Mexican Cornbread or leave it plain which is still delicious. Here are the basic steps:

• 1 box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 egg

Preheat your oven to 400°F, then get ready for this easy muffin tin recipe. For easy clean up, line pan with paper muffin liners. In a mixing bowl, empty the contents of one box of dry mix. Crack one egg into the bowl with the mix. Pour in 1/3 cup of milk.

Using a spoon or spatula, gently stir the ingredients together until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Remove from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for a few minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. You do not want to leave them in too long or they will dry out quickly. You can of course make it in a square baking dish too or Jiffy Cornbread in Cast Iron Skillet which is served up pretty fun.

What happens if you use water instead of milk in Jiffy cornbread mix?

You can technically use either one but more fat will mean they will become more moist. It is best to use whole in this case, water will just make them more dry. You can use dairy free almond milk too if needed.

What Can You Make with Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix?

We will continue to add more options as the years go buy because our family loves it so much and it’s great for things way beyond corn cake. I would highly suggest you start with our Jiffy corn pudding with cream cheese inside or sour cream on top if holidays are approaching.

Then year round use our other tweaks to make main dishes, sides and now we even have a way to transform this mix into a thicker batter to make Cornbread Cookies!! My kids really got a kick out of these and a simple glaze on top when done is a real winner.

Now if you are in the South you may love Beans and Cornbread for dinner, I get it. Easy peasy uses canned and warmed legumes, but we have instructions starting from dry and bagged in that post too. Now let’s talk about a basic idea below in the recipe card below.